Ballot Order A
| Item |
Estimated Cost |
| Update Borhart Park (Covington Lakes) |
$800,000 |
| Update Deicke Discovery Zone Playground |
$1,500,000 |
| Update Ol' Timers Park |
$600,000 |
| Update Parisek Park (Georgian Place) |
$800,000 |
| Update Ruth Park (Northbridge) |
$500,000 |
| Update Tures Park (Heritage) |
$400,000 |
| Update Tomaso Sports Park Playground |
$300,000 |
| Update Basketball Courts (Ruth, Borhart, Tures, Deicke) |
$150,000 |
| Update Cole Playground (Deicke) |
$300,000 |
| Develop Talamore Neighborhood Park |
$800,000 |
| Add and Update Security Cameras (Tomaso Parking Lot/Quad) |
$37,000 |
| Add Security Cameras (Tomaso Ball Fields/Quad) |
$33,000 |
| Add Security Cameras (Ol' Timers Park/Garage) |
$25,000 |
| Add and Update Security Cameras (Stingray Bay/DDZ/Deicke Building Lot) |
$37,000 |
| Add additional amenities to forthcoming Dog Park (Regency Square) |
$31,590 |
| Add Shade Trees throughout the District |
$50,000 |
Ballot Order B
| Item |
Estimated Cost |
| Purchase New Land and Development of Open Space |
$3,000,000 |
Ballot Order C
| Item |
Estimated Cost |
| REC Center Elevator Replacement |
$150,000 |
| Pinecrest Golf Course Elevator Replacement |
$150,000 |
| Pave Trails at Tomaso Sports Park |
$95,900 |
| Pave Trails at Parisek Park (Georgian Place) |
$36,960 |
| Pave Trails at Deicke Park |
$110,550 |
| Paving - Deicke Park Cabin, DDZ, Entrance |
$325,000 |
| Paving - Tomaso Sports Park |
$50,000 |
| Paving - REC Center Lot Main, East, South Lots |
$1,000,000 |
| Paving - SRB East, Front Lot, Lois Ln. |
$475,000 |
| Add Pedestrian Bridge and Trail Updates for Tomaso Sports Park |
$150,000 |
| Replace Three Bridges at Pinecrest Golf Course |
$550,000 |
Ballot Order D
| Item |
Estimated Cost |
| Add Multi-Court Pickleball (Location TBD) |
$860,000 |
| Add Tennis Courts to existing parks (Location TBD) |
$560,000 |
| Add Basketball Court to Coach's Park |
$60,000 |
| Add Outdoor Fitness Equipment (Location TBD) |
$50,000 |
| Add Golf Entertainment |
$1,500,000 |
Ballot Order E
| Item |
Estimated Cost |
| Update Borhart Park (Covington Lakes) |
$800,000 |
| Update Deicke Discovery Zone Playground |
$1,500,000 |
Ballot Order F
| Item |
Estimated Cost |
| Add Air Conditioning to Gymnasium |
$150,000 |
| Update Preschool Playground |
$150,000 |
| Update Fitness Equipment |
$100,000 |
| Replace Seats in Cosman Theater |
$60,000 |
| Update Sound and Lighting in Cosman Theater |
$75,000 |
| Security Cameras (REC Center/Parking Lot) |
$125,000 |
| Update Deicke Park Building Amenities |
$100,000 |
Ballot Order G
| Item |
Estimated Cost |
| Replace Stingray Bay Pool Heater |
$160,000 |
| Add Splash Pad |
$1,500,000 |
Plan to Play Huntley's Story
Mission Statement:
Connecting the community.
Vision Statement:
To be a leader in providing recreation for generations.
Core Values:
Fun: We believe that recreation and leisure activities should be enjoyable and entertaining. We strive to provide fun experiences for all ages and abilities, promoting healthy lifestyles through playful activities.
Inclusive: We believe that everyone deserves equitable access to our services and programs. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported.
People-Focused: We believe that our success depends on the satisfaction and happiness of our employees, customers, and community members. We are committed to putting people first, fostering a positive culture, and providing exceptional customer service.
Sustainable: We believe that our actions have an impact on the environment and future generations. We are committed to promoting sustainable practices, protecting natural resources, and reducing our carbon footprint. We strive to be responsible stewards of our resources and leave a positive legacy for future generations.
Continued Community Listening
In our continued efforts to listen to our community and plan for our future, the Huntley Park District has engaged in several listening activities – a survey and a community discussion group.
In both cases, residents were asked about their recreation and leisure needs and possible Park District plans to address those needs. The results from each listening activity will be used to determine the next steps in the Plan to Play strategic master plan timeline.
Community Survey
The Huntley Park District commissioned an independent research firm to send out a survey to randomly selected residents. You may have received this survey invitation via email, a postcard or a printed survey. Responses to the survey will help the Park District leadership determine future plans.
We have received a few inquiries about the Personal Identification Number (PIN) and some of the demographic questions. We want to assure everyone that the PIN is only known to you and the survey company and is used to make sure that individuals complete the survey only one time. Additionally, answering the question regarding political party affiliation (republican, democrat, independent) is not required. The information is used to ensure that the survey results are an accurate representation of Huntley’s community demographics (age range, ethnicity, neighborhood, gender and political affiliation).
At no time are names, personal identifiers or specific individual responses ever conveyed to the Park District.
Community Discussion Group
The Huntley Park District commissioned an independent communications firm to conduct interviews and a community discussion group. The discussion group was representative of the Huntley community. Insights helped identify not only community needs but also questions that may be asked and information residents may need to provide informed feedback.
What Happens Next?
The Board of Commissioners will receive the results of the survey in July. Commissioners and Park District leadership will use the results and information gathered during the strategic master planning process to evaluate the existing Park District facilities and programs, develop a prioritized list of improvements and the projected costs, and identify potential funding sources such as grants, donations, capital funds or bond issuance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How did the Huntley Park District gather community input?
The Huntley Plan to Play planning process emphasized resident engagement with a community survey, workshops, focus groups, interviews and other feedback opportunities.
What needs did the Plan to Play process identify?
- Wellness programs
- Special events
- Cultural enrichment programs
- Multi-use paved trails
- Off-lease dog park
What other listening activities has the Park District completed?
In early 2024, the Park District commissioned an independent communications firm to conduct interviews and a community discussion group. The discussion group was representative of the Huntley community. Insights helped identify not only community needs but also questions that may be asked and information residents may need to provide informed feedback.
The Park District also commissioned an independent research firm to send out a survey to randomly selected residents. Responses to the survey will help the Park District leadership determine future plans.
During these activities, the following needs were identified:
- Updates to playgrounds
- More shade trees throughout the District
- Outdoor pickleball courts
- Improved basketball courts
Is the Park District going to a referendum?
It is important to note that the Huntley Park District has not yet decided whether to hold a referendum. We are finalizing the community survey and discussion groups to confirm residents’ needs and determine the public’s willingness to fund projects if necessary.
Next, the Board of Commissioners and leadership will develop a prioritized list of improvements and costs. Then, the Board will identify potential funding sources such as capital funds, donations, grants or bond issuance.
What portion of my tax bill supports the Park District, and how are the funds used?
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The WHY
Where do we need more parks, playgrounds, and/or other facilities?
What recreational programs do you want to see?
How can parks and recreation help address certain challenges facing our community?
To answer answering questions like these and create a vision for the next 10 years, we launched Plan To Play Huntley, the agency's park and recreation Strategic Master Plan, in May of 2022.
The WHAT
The Strategic Master Plan is a comprehensive planning document that covers various interconnected topics and provides a prioritized roadmap to meet future parks, recreational, programming, environmental, operational and maintenance needs.
This dynamic, data-driven blueprint will help strengthen existing programs, identify improvements, new development and land acquisitions so we can adapt to the community’s changing demographics.
The HOW
Public Input Process
To gain a better understanding of the current state of the District and determine future needs and priorities, the planning process gathered input from Huntley residents. This involved several methods such as stakeholder interviews, focus group discussions including a dedicated meeting for Del Webb’s Sun City residents, a public workshop, an online community survey, a statistically valid survey, and the crowdsourcing website www.PlanToPlayHuntley.com. More than 1,200 individuals participated in these mediums, including elected and appointed officials, employees, and residents who represented a diverse range of community groups serving the Huntley community.
Resident Survey
As part of the public input process, a statistically valid Parks and Recreation Needs Assessment survey was sent to randomly selected households in the District's boundaries to help the District plan for future recreation programs and facilities that meet the community’s needs and preferences.
The goal was to obtain 350 completed surveys from residents. The goal was exceeded with 478 completed surveys collected. The overall results for the sample of 478 households have a precision of at least +/-4.4 at the 95% level of confidence.
Priorities for Program & Facilities/Amenities Investments
While these priorities are based solely on the survey, this data is one piece among many data points gathered during the Master Plan process. All factors and measurements must be included when considering investment in any facility/amenity or program.
Through the statistically valid survey, facilities/amenities and programs were rated for investment priority.
Based on the survey, the highest priority programs for investment included:
- Community special events
- Adult fitness & wellness programs
- Cultural enrichment programs/events
- Senior trips
- Senior fitness/wellness programs
The highest priority facilities/amenities for investment included:
- Multi‐use paved trails
- Indoor pool/aquatic center
- Indoor walking/jogging track
- Outdoor amphitheater
- Off‐leash dog park
- Sled hills & ice rink
Questions or Comments?
We want to make sure you have all the information you need. If you have questions or want to share your comment, please email us or call us at (847)669-5463.